Department of Physical Therapy News
The physical therapy department offers a doctorate of physical therapy degree designed to prepare students for entry into the profession. Students are prepared as generalists and then have an opportunity to explore orthopedic, pediatric, and geriatric specializations through clinical exposures and student research opportunities. Our curriculum provides a comprehensive background in the art and science of physical therapy and prepares graduates for state licensure examination eligibility.
Current Physical Therapy News
A UNLV-record 33 graduate and professional programs rank among the nation’s top 100 in their discipline, including 15 in law and 6 in business.
Physical Therapy professor Dustin Clow shares insight on the impact of concussions and how to best treat them.
A career transition changed this physical therapy professor’s life. The challenge she sought for herself has paid off.
Like a perfect duet, physical therapy students to gain experience running a clinic while fine arts majors receive free services.
Physical therapy and radiography students collaborate to get a crystal-clear vision for better patient care.
As more Americans live with limb loss, UNLV physical therapy research teams explore novel ways to smooth the path to rehabilitation and recovery after amputation.
Physical Therapy In The News
Learn how to care for the invisible network of 4,000 tendons that supports your body and prevent it from aging; specialists explain why your muscles aren't the only thing you should train.
A free clinic on the campus of UNLV helps dance and music students get important care, all delivered through physical therapy students and their department.
The National Institute on Aging reports that more than one in four adults 65 and older fall annually. Fortunately, it’s an avoidable threat.
The National Institute on Aging reports that more than one in four adults 65 and older fall annually. Fortunately, it’s an avoidable threat.
You’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of regular exercise when done properly. From building muscle to boosting your energy and even helping your brain function better, there’s no shortage of reasons to work up a sweat. But there’s another great benefit you might not think about as much: You could be improving your bone density through exercise, according to experts.
You’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of regular exercise, when done properly. From building muscle to boosting your energy and even helping your brain function better, there’s no shortage of reasons to work up a sweat. But there’s another great benefit you might not think about as much: You could be improving your bone density through exercise, according to experts.
